The Issue of Blasphemy

Suppose an individual fabricates a groundless lie against someone and publishes it as a book. The wise approach would be to ensure that this book remains unpopular, eliminating the need for anyone to read it. The most effective way to achieve this goal is through silence. If you create a commotion about the book, it will receive publicity, attracting unnecessary attention. However, the book will lose popularity if you remain silent, eventually fading naturally. This is a recurring reality of life observed and documented throughout history. An English writer described this phenomenon succinctly: “Scandal ever improves by the opposition.” If someone accuses you falsely, maintaining silence is the key. Speaking out against the accusation only serves to give it publicity. On the other hand, remaining quiet about it confines the falsehood to its initial fabrication. THE REAL WORK TO BE DONE Salman Rushdie authored a book called ‘Midnight’s Children,’ in which he states, “I am hanging between belief and disbelief.” Rushdie’s statement, expressing his struggle between belief and uncertainty in religion, extends beyond his personal experience to encompass an entire generation. What Salman Rushdie has articulated about himself resonates with millions of Muslims. Roughly 75% of the modern